Pakorae

Name: Pakorae
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Ingredients: 1 cup chickpea flour (besan); 0.75 cup water; 0.5 teaspoon chili powder; 1 tablespoon ground cumin; 1 tablespoon coriander seeds; 1 onion, halved and thinly sliced; 0.5 teaspoon salt, or to taste; 1 pinch ground turmeric; 2 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced; 1 cup vegetable oil for frying

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This is a really tasty snack we usually have in our country, with tea, on a rainy day. Besan is ground chick peas; it's also known as gram flour, and you can find it at Indian stores. Serve with ketchup or chili sauce for dipping.

Recipe by Natasha

Updated on July 14, 2022

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Prep Time:

10 mins

Cook Time:

10 mins

Total Time:

20 mins

Servings:

4

Yield:

16 pieces

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Ingredients

1 cup chickpea flour (besan)
¾ cup water
½ teaspoon chili powder
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon coriander seeds
1 onion, halved and thinly sliced
½ teaspoon salt, or to taste
1 pinch ground turmeric
2 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
1 cup vegetable oil for frying

Directions

In a medium bowl, mix together the besan, water, salt, chili powder, turmeric, cumin, coriander seeds, onion, and jalapeno pepper until it forms a smooth mixture with no flour lumps.
Heat the oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat. When the oil is sizzling hot, drop dough by tablespoonfuls, and fry until golden brown on each side. Drain on paper towels, and serve hot with ketchup or chili sauce for dipping.

Editor's Note

We have determined the nutritional value of oil for frying based on a retention value of 10% after cooking. The exact amount may vary depending on cook time and temperature, ingredient density, and the specific type of oil used.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

158	Calories
8g	Fat
18g	Carbs
6g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 158
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 8g	10%
Saturated Fat 1g	4%
Sodium 298mg	13%
Total Carbohydrate 18g	7%
Dietary Fiber 2g	8%
Total Sugars 4g
Protein 6g
Vitamin C 6mg	29%
Calcium 54mg	4%
Iron 3mg	17%
Potassium 110mg	2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.